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Aug 2024
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10 Proven Strategies to Boost Productivi...

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About this episode

Do you feel unproductive?

How can you boost your daily productivity?

Today, Jay talks about how to become productive without feeling burned out. In a world where productivity often leads to burnout, Jay offers practical and transformative strategies to help you achieve more while reducing stress. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by an endless to-do list or struggling to manage your time effectively, this episode provides the tools you need to reclaim your focus and energy. 

Jay shares the importance of creating a workspace that fuels productivity and how subtle changes, like scent and sound, can enhance your environment. He also highlights the significance of workplace trust and how identifying whether an issue is people- or system-related can save you time and energy. He wraps up with insights on "monk mode," a method to achieve deep focus in the midst of distractions, and encourages listeners to experiment with these principles to find what works best for them..

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to focus on one task at a time for better productivity

How to identify key drivers of success 

How to lean into your momentum for maximum output

How to use a 'to start' list instead of a to-do list

Tune in to discover how to be productive without compromising your well-being, and walk away with actionable tips that you can implement immediately. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:29 Burnt Out Already?

04:03 Tip #1: Doing One Thing at a Time

10:10 Tip #2: Clean Your External Space

12:40 Tip #3: Create a To-Start-List

14:17 Tip #4: Give Yourself Positive Validation of Task Completion

18:51 Tip #5: No Email Until 10AM

19:47 Tip #6: Goal of the Day, Goal of the Week

22:03 Tip #7: Know When is Your Most Productive Time

23:41 Tip #8: Create a Space of Workplace Trust

26:21 Tip #9: Focus on What’s Causing Success or Failure

27:42 Tip #10: Lock Into Your Task

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